Michigan Roots, Florida Vision: How Educator Coleman Flaskamp Built CAM6 Pool Service on a Foundation of Lifelong Learning
BREVARD COUNTY, FL / ACCESS Newswire / June 23, 2025 /When educator and coach Coleman Flaskamp relocated from Michigan to Florida over two decades ago, he brought with him more than diplomas and certifications. He carried a philosophy steeped in lifelong learning-a philosophy he has since woven into the foundation of CAM6 Pool Service, the family-run company he launched in 2020. With strong ties to both the Great Lakes and the Space Coast, Coleman 's unique background in education, athletics, and mentorship has shaped CAM6 into more than just a pool maintenance provider-it 's a company built on trust, community, and constant growth.
A Strong Academic Foundation
Coleman 's journey began in the halls of Central Michigan University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Social Science Education in August 1996, with a minor in History. He went on to deepen his understanding of teaching and learning by earning a Master 's degree in Teaching and Learning from Grand Canyon University, completing the program in December 2008. Those credentials underpin the way he runs CAM6 Pool Service: not just as a business, but as an educational experience for both customers and employees.Throughout his academic career, Coleman also studied criminal justice at Macomb Community College in Warren, Michigan, adding practical insight into legal processes and ethical behavior-an education that naturally translates to business transparency and accountability.
From Classroom Pedagogy to Poolside Instruction
Before entering the pool industry, Coleman taught Social Science, Sociology, Psychology, and Government at several prominent institutions. His teaching career spanned schools such as Detroit Northwestern High School, Lincoln High School in Ypsilanti, and Florida 's Merritt Island High School. He also taught world geography and governmental studies at Astronaut High School in Titusville, Florida.
These years in education instilled in him a profound sense of responsibility for the growth of others-whether students, colleagues, or future athletes-which would later become the backbone of his business philosophy.
Coaching Across States, Coaching for Life
Parallel to his teaching, Coleman Flaskamp built a distinguished coaching career. After starting as a varsity basketball coach at Dundee High School in Michigan during the 1999-2000 season, he moved on to lead teams at Lincoln and Merritt Island High Schools. He further honed his coaching style as an assistant coach at colleges including Florida Tech and Tusculum College in Tennessee.
From 2004 to 2017, Coleman directed Island Basketball Camps, applying his educational skills to youth athletic mentorship. He also served as a camp counselor at Duke University, Murray State, Eastern Michigan University, and Indiana University. These experiences taught him discipline, resilience, and the power of structured development-key ingredients in the business model he would later create.
A Career Evolution Built on Core Values
In 2020, amidst the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, Coleman turned what some saw as a crisis into an opportunity. He founded CAM6 Pool Service in Cocoa, Florida, with a vision rooted in lifelong learning principles:
Consistency - Every home and pool deserves predictable, reliable care.
Accountability - Just as he once graded student work, Coleman holds himself and his team responsible for results.
Clear Communication - His teaching background translates into thorough service reports, educational explanations, and empathetic customer interaction.
"The transition felt natural," Coleman explains. "Whether I was teaching government or coaching hoops, I was leading people to understand processes and outcomes. Pool care isn 't that different-it just happens by the pool instead of the classroom or locker room."
CAM6 Pool Service: A Florida Enterprise with Michigan Principles
Since 2020, CAM6 Pool Service has grown steadily throughout Brevard County. Coleman leads a tight-knit team-himself, along with two full-time technicians-and offers a comprehensive suite of residential pool services. Those include weekly full-service visits,chemical-only maintenance options, filter cleaning, system checks, and trouble shooting.Even as the business adapts to Florida 's unique weather and water conditions, Coleman maintains the rigor he learned in Michigan. Every service call is logged, documented with photos, and followed by a transparent report. Client allegiances speak to his success: "They show up like clockwork, communicate every step, and treat my pool like a focal point of family life-not just another service stop," says long-term client Jenna Ellis from Cocoa Beach.
Education at the Center of the Customer Experience
"Education is everywhere in this business," Coleman says. CAM6 clients regularly receive explanations about system performance, water chemistry balances, and maintenance schedules. "When customers understand their pool, they treat it better-and that makes my job easier."
On the technician side, Coleman applies his training background to developing internal processes and continuing education. He personally mentors each technician in both operational skills and customer service best practices-a modern take on coaching, but for pool maintenance professionals.
Blending Academic and Athletic Wisdom
Coleman 's business model is not just inspired by teaching theory-it borrows athletic strategies as well. Every season begins with a team briefing similar to preseason training, where safety protocols, equipment usage, and clear goals are established. Just as he rallied sports teams during halftime, he checks in with his staff regularly to address issues, celebrate wins, and route updates based on customer feedback.
"In coaching," Coleman notes, "you win or lose as a team. Running CAM6 is no different. Everyone needs to know the plan, the goal, and how we 're going to achieve it together."
Community Engagement Beyond Pool Decks
Coleman Flaskamp continues to coach travel fastpitch teams, mentor junior athletes, and support youth sports initiatives across Brevard County. He often integrates students and clients into pool care education, encouraging young homeowners to develop responsibility and pride in their environments.
He 's also exploring scholarship programs and volunteering opportunities for local youth-efforts that mirror his early career goals as an educator shaping future generations. "Home ownership is another form of education," he says. "You learn by doing, and you grow through responsibility."
Charting a Purpose-Driven Future
Coleman is intentional about growth. He views CAM6 not as a franchise, but a sustainable enterprise grounded in community values. His near-term goal is to bring on more technicians who share his commitment to learning, communication, and service excellence. "Scaling a business is great-I just refuse to scale the values," he says. He also plans to introduce advanced services like energy-efficient pool solutions and green chemical alternatives, keeping both performance and sustainability in focus.
A Michigan-Educator 's Legacy on the Florida Coast
From the Midwest classrooms to Florida 's hospitality-driven communities, Coleman Flaskamp has followed a consistent calling: to teach, coach, and improve lives. This ethos now drives one of Brevard County 's most respected pool service companies.
In a world where service providers are often faceless and inconsistent, CAM6 stands as a counterpoint-local, accountable, and infused with the same educational rigor Coleman practiced as a young teacher.
"He 's not just a pool guy," says a satisfied homeowner. "He 's a mentor-someone who cares about the who, not just the what."
About CAM6 Pool Service
Founded in 2020 by educator-turned-entrepreneur Coleman Flaskamp, CAM6 Pool Service is a family-owned company based in Cocoa, Florida, providing top-tier residential pool maintenance across Brevard County. With weekly service visits, flexible chemical-only plans, and enthusiastic customer education, CAM6 is built on values of integrity, transparency, and constant betterment.
To learn more visit: https://www.cam6poolservice.com and https://colemanflaskamp.com
Contact Coleman Flaskamp
Email: cam6poolservice@yahoo.com
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